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KATIE COLEMAN there has been some fine-tuning lately," Robert sures to protect their employees and constituents. GRETCHEN GRABOWSKi Keller, director of the McLean County health "We have to be on guard when something like WRITERS department, said. "If there was a suspicious case this happens," Bloomington Postmaster Elwin STAFF it would first and foremost be a law enforcement Shau said. "Contingency plans must be in effect issue." because, although it's only happening right now Many people assume Bloomington-Normal is If law officials decided it was a real threat, in New York and D.C. we have to be prepared." safely tucked away in the cornfields of the they would contact the FBI, which handles all Although the postmaster could not comment Midwest. But with the recent threat of anthrax possible bio-terrorism cases. on the specifics of his contingency plan, the exposure and infection across the nation, citizens Should the specimen test positive for anthrax Illinois Wesleyan University mailroom is just are wondering if the community will be ready to or any other bio-specimen, the health department using "common sense," according to Eric handle an outbreak, should the unlikely occur. would work with medical practitioners to admin- Gordon, IWU mailroom coordinator. According to Jon Dey, professor of biology, ister a 60-day antibiotic regimen to those IWU Printing and Mailing Services has copies the major concern with anthrax used to be that exposed. But even if it tests negative, department of procedures from the FBI website on hand, but local government and health officials were officials would keep track of potentially exposed "there's no tell-tale signs [of anthrax]." unprepared for what can happen. individuals for 60 days. "That's what's so scary about the whole thing- "Now, given recent events, if there were any After that, the matter rests entirely with law someone could just slip something through here outbreaks, things are really geared up," Dey said. enforcement, but local facilities, such as the and we'd never know it," Gordon said. "There has been a detailed procedure for bio- Bloomington post offices, still must take mea- Se-- terrorism attacks in place for about a year, but eN----NTHR

With the threat of anthrax lingering in America, special precautions are being made around the IWU campus, as well as in the Bloomington-Normal area. Mail distributors are told to look out for any suspicious-looking mail or packages they handle. BRIAN DUFFY/THE ARGUS

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campus awareness. Including fea- of the iceberg, and that concerns me, JEANETTE OTIS tured speaker, Alyce LaViolette, the but it's a good sign that victims are STAFF WRITER Clothesline Project, which is a color- more comfortable reporting the coded clothesline of shirts made by crimes," Matthews said. Editor's note: First of a two-part seg- victims of physical, verbal or sexual According to Director of ment on Domestic Violence at IWU abuse and the Silent Witness day Counseling Services Connie Horton, which included cutouts of figures dis- counseling services are open to stu- When you're at a small college, it's played in the Nell Eckley lounge. dents whether they report the crime easy to trust everyone around you- According to Matt Damschroder, or not. you're all 18-22, you're all pursuing director of residential life, the percep- "Much of the difficulty is the self- higher education and you all live in tion that domestic violence doesn't blame of the survivor. They may not the same community. occur in college relationships is false. think they're a victim at first," Horton It's easy to forget that it's not the "There is physical and mental said. "Most of the time, it happens safest place on earth. abuse on campus between partners, in with someone they know or that they "The 'Illinois Wesleyan bubble' is their families and in their communi- have a relationship with." the students' creation, not the ties for students, faculty and staff," Greder said, "A lot of the time University's," Darcy Greder, associ- Damschroder said. "It's an issue that 'working out a yes' is a part of dating. ate dean of students, said. "We're resonates, although it may not be But legally, 'working out a yes' is Chuck D, leader of the rap group Public Enemy, came to speak at IWU on Tuesday. Chuck shocked every time a student disclos- directly apparent all th'e time." defined as rape. Even if the couple addressed an audience of about 175 students on "Rap Race Reality" and technology, es they never lock their doors." According to Dean of Students Jim has had sex before, a no is a no." In recognition of National Matthews, there have been four alle- According to Greder, almost all the believes that music of any which is his view of the aim of rap and hip-hop music. Chuck Domestic Violence Awareness gations of sexual assault and sexual campus cases have involved alcohol form is meant to transcend social boundaries and to unite people. He described hip-hop month, the Office of Residential Life misconduct this semester. According and other substances. as "a world-wide religion for people under 30" that makes people think beyond their own co-sponsored programs with to on-line campus security statistics, "The comfortable atmosphere of Women's Studies and the office of of the world. there were two reports total last year. the campus gives rise to relaxing perspective Fraternity and Sorority Life toward "I think the numbers are just the tip BRIAN DUFFY/THE ARGUS seeSAFETY, p. 2 NEWSl 2 A OCTOBER 26, 2001 IWU and ISU Though anthrax is difficult to detect, individu- Visa," Stevens said. "Because they didn't ask for als most at risk under normal circumstances are it, they think it's strange." those in close contact with grazing animals, such Stevens advises that people should be aware of sponsor community as cattle, sheep and goats. According to sources at the facts and realize the information they obtain is the Center for Disease Control (CDC), the sub- not always accurate. In terms of handling pack- stance may be found in the animals' skin or fur ages, one should look for signs of oily stains, and can often spread to individuals who, when excessive postage or misspellings of common Garba celebration working with the animals, have open wounds. words. When meant as a weapon, however, anthrax The fact that these signs are so easy to repro- would likely be delivered through aerosolization duce, however, poses the greatest threat to local to tradition, come to her for help in order to and acquired through inhalation. law enforcement, according to Stevens. There is STACY LAZARZ overcome evils." STAFF WRITER In cases of bio-terrorism, anthrax is a greater always the possibility of a hoax. The festival was intended for the whole com- threat because terrorists with the ability to do so "If someone creates a hoax, we'll go after them munity, not just IWU students. Students from can reproduce the substance in massive amounts, with everything we can," Stevens said. "This The Illinois Wesleyan and Illinois State IWU and ISU were in attendance, in addition to Dey said. Because anthrax spores have a tendency means everything from the federal level to civil South Asian Student Associations (SASA) children, students and parents from to clump together once produced, making it diffi- suits." hosted the Indian celebration Garba on Oct. 12. Bloomington and Normal. cult to enter the nasal passage and lungs, great On campus, Vice President of Business and Garba is usually a nine-day celebration that "It was a lot of fun, and we're hoping to quantities are necessary if an individual is to Finance Ken Browning sent out an email to all celebrates Druga, the goddess of all strength. It make it an annual event," SASA board member become infected. faculty and staff at IWU advising them to look included a small worshipping ceremony fol- junior Rina Bhanot said. The latest data from the CDC said there are 32 over the information posted on the CDC's web- lowed by two hours of dance. SASA's purpose is to bring culture and polit- known cases of anthrax exposure, 12 cases of site. Female and male dancers wore traditional ical awareness to the IWU community and to infection and three deaths. Each fatality resulted According to Browning, he received informa- Indian costume, women dressed in lenghas and boost community within the Southern Asian from inhalation infection. tion about the website from the university's risk saris and men in kurta pajamas. Ceremonial minorities. According to members, SASA tries Despite the grim statistics, however, management consultants. Browning, along with costumes vary from region to region in India, to include many other Asian cultures because Bloomington-Normal law enforcement officials other administrators, said hedecided to send out but they generally havesimilar elements. of the significant number of Asian students maintain local residents should not be overly con- the message "even though there's no real risk The festival began with a brief ceremony enrolled at IWU. Currently, SASA represents cerned. here." .Inoring Druga. She was given an offering of all of the south Asian countries and the "People need to just use some common sense," "Chances are relatively slim that this would :$75, the amount raised by asking for a one-dol- Philippines, Japan, Korea and China. Normal Police Sgt. Dave Stevens said. "Anthrax occur here," Browning said. "Overall in the coun- donation from each attendee. Next month, SASA is holding its annual cul- has been found in major metropolitan regions, but try - if you look at the size and population - it's -*The money was later sent to RAWA, the lead- tural festival on Nov. 18. The theme is "South hasn't even reached Chicago, the third largest city. pretty rare anywhere." og organization that sends relief to the women Asia 101," and will include presentations, What are the chances of it coming to Normal? "We have no interest in causing a panic," -f Afghanistan. SASA advisor professor dance, music and food from the represented Slim." Browning said. "Actually, we found the web Irendra Jaggi said the event celebrated countries. Nonetheless, some Bloomington-Normal resi- information to be calming." ,men's strength. dents have contacted local police departments To access this information, go to ," What's important is that Druga is female with concerns over suspicious mail. All cases test- http://www.bt.cdc.gov/. l*ad yet in charge of moral and physical ed negative for anthrax. ,.ength," Jaggi said. "All the gods, according "People have called with everything from a strange envelope to a strange application for a

some safety precautions, as in drinking more than you Horton said. "It makes it sound acceptable, but it's not." should and trusting more than you would elsewhere," Horton has some advice for males as well. Greder said. "Students need to find a balance." "Don't have sex with someone who didn't consent. Even if the crime occurs while the victim was intoxi- Don't get her drunk or drug her to force her to have sex cated, it's not his or her fault. with you. No matter how much you paid for the date, "The responsibility lies with the rapist," Horton said. she owes you nothing. It doesn't matter how many "There could have been some steps the survivor could times you've had consented sex before, if she says no have taken to reduce their risk, but they are still a vic- tonight, she means no," Horton said. tim." Counseling services will try to empower the victim Some steps to take according to Horton are don't go whether the crime happened at IWU, elsewhere or in to parties alone, don't drink too much and don't go their past. home with someone you don't know. "Any crime like that takes away their control and "These precautions are not a guaranteed prevention their understanding. We will help them unpack issues, - nothing is - but they will reduce the risk," Horton feelings and trauma for as long as it takes," Horton said. said. "We help them decide where they are going to go from According to Greder, in Illinois, if the victim is intox- here." icated, they are unable to give consent, and any sexual Counseling services can be reached at 556-3052. behavior is considered a crime. Services are free and confidential. Appointments are "Even if the victim says in a drunken fog, 'yeah, I'll available days, nights and weekends. Health Services is do this,' it doesn't matter [in Illinois]," Horton said. "It's located next to Health Services in the Magill basement. against the law because they were incapable of making Next week: what are the options for a sexual assault a decision." victim on campus? Yet, if a man is intoxicated, that's not an excuse to get out of a rape conviction. IWU students participated in the Garba celebration at ISU. Garba is an Indian ceremony cele- Guys receive many mixed messages about sex, and brating the goddess of strength Druga. PHOTO COURTESY OF SASA that's part of the problem, she said. "They're asked if they got 'lucky,' if they 'scored,' 'made it home,' if they 'got her' or if they 'conquered,'"

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VALERIE VUYLSTEKE Once a month, SASA holds an Asian Membership in this human rights organi- STAFF WRITER movie night in the Sheean Library AV room. zation has increased in the past year. Dates vary, but the event is advertised "I do feel that the campus is generally "I do feel that the campus is around campus. becoming more aware of international generally becoming more aware of affairs the past year, multicultural On Nov. 18, SASA is planning a catered issues, not necessarily because of the events O atver IWU have steadily received more event tentatively called "South Asia 101." of September 11, but because they are inter- international issues." attention and participation. Although there This event is still in the planning stages, but ested in gaining a more multicultural back- is a small population of minority students on should include Filipino and Indian dancers. ground," junior Jill Sandberg said. JILL SANDBERG campus, they have been striving to raise The International Society is an associa- African-American students at IWU are IWU JUNIOR AND OFFICER IN IWU awareness of the rest of the student body tion that tries to encompass all ethnic and involved in several different organizations, CHAPTER OF AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL and faculty. multicultural facets of IWU. It also tries to namely the Black Student Union and the Membership in any and all of the numer- show support for other multicultural groups African Student Association. These two ous multicultural organizations is not limit- on campus by co-sponsoring and endorsing groups work together frequently by co- ed to any race or ethnicity. activities. sponsoring speakers and events. "None of the groups are restricted by eth- "This group is for anyone who wants to The Black Student Union is planning nicity," Katherine Bradley, secretary for the learn about different cultures," Jennifer BSU Weekend, which includes many cultur- Office of Multicultural Affairs, said. "A lot Hoff, president of the I-Society, said. "It al activities and lectures. of members of CLASE [Council of Latin also gives international students [and stu- Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. in the Main Lounge, American Students Enrichment] are dents of various ethnic backgrounds] a way Sista Souljah will be giving a speech about African-American, and a great deal of mem- to display their respective cultures." political topics and self-respect issues. bers of Black Student Union are white or The I-Society has planned two major Souljah is a representative of the hip-hop Hispanic." activities for this year. One is the generation who strongly believes that men "We have a very strong leadership core International Film Festival, which will show and women must have strong self-respect. among our minority students on campus. such films as "Life is Beautiful" and The Black Student Union and ASA also They are bringing more attention to multi- "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon." The may be performing a Trans-Atlantic time- cultural affairs and their individual groups," film festival will begin this Saturday and line that will discuss the evolution of both Bradley said. continue through Nov. 4 in the AV room of African and African-American cultures. All of the ethnic organizations on campus the Sheean Library. This event will be held on Nov. 11 and will share a common goal - to diversify peo- In mid-April, the International Society feature skits and performances that show ple's mindsets. Activities and meetings are sponsors the International Carnival. This how the two cultures link together. open to anyone who is interested in learning event will include a variety of foods, cos- The BSU usually sponsors a night honor- more about international cultures. tumes, games from other countries and a tal- ing Harlem culture. This year, "Harlem The Southeast Asian Student Association, ent and international fashion show. The car- Renaissance 2002" is going to be held Feb. or SASA, is one of the many IWU organi- nival is free and open to the public. 15 from 8 to 11 p.m. in the Main Lounge. zations working to promote service and cul- Amnesty International is a grassroots This event is still in the planning stages, tural awareness. human rights activist group that frequently but will include poetry and music. Those in "We just want to share and expose the works with other campus organizations to attendance are encouraged to dress up in campus to the cultural aspects of these raise awareness on various social justice 1920's style clothing. countries [India, China, Japan, Thailand]. issues. The event displays historical African- South Asia is so diverse in and of itself - Members of this organization write letters American culture, one of the main focuses it's a beautiful thing," executive officer and to government officials, addressing various of the organization. junior Rina Bhanot said. human rights issues and injustices. These are just a few of the many IWU "We also do it for our own self-fulfill- Delegates from the IWU division of organizations that often work together in ment, and in the process, we can educate our Amnesty International attend the Midwest order to promote involvement in multicul- peers on campus," she said. Regional Conference, which is attended by tural affairs on campus. Meetings for SASA are held at 9 p.m. on many other student groups. They discuss Wednesdays in the CNS Atrium. Activities current topics, such as the death penalty, and throughout the year include music, dances, talk about their respective mission state- language lessons and Asian food catered by ments. local restaurants.

Want to find out more? OCTOBER 26, 2001 4 FEATURES A The Argus' top 10 best (and worst) horror films of all time dead, what a surprise, and BIAN CASTER unknown and Karloffs monstrous presence give of the Body Snatchers (1956)-Aliens Myers comes back, isn't STAFF REVIEWER this film its scary nature. attempt to take over an entire community by then the film drags for another 90 minutes. replacing the humans with their seed pod replicas. Yippee. In lieu of the usual weekly movie review. I The Night of the Living Dead The film's horror relies on the paranoia that a film d4ecided to write something this week in honor (1968)-Radiation from a fallen satellite turns can cause. Since the pods looked like Plan 9 From Outer Space (1958)- of one of the most intriguing and underappreciat- like this people into zombies that seek to feast upon living human beings, the fear of aliens being among us I can appreciate classics, but a film in which the ed genres of American cinema - the horror film. in this low-budget, black and white classic. The is a natural, yet terrifying, reaction. gravestones fall over because of wind and the remake was also a good film, but it couldn't live strings holding up the spaceships are completely up to the original, which stars Duane Jones and obvious is just plain ludicrous. Edward Wood Jr., TOP FIVE FIVE WORST ever, Judith O'Dea. The fear of being stranded with no Movies the unanimously declared the worst director Hirror Movies Horror puts forth a movie in which the aliens' home plan- escape, as the characters in this film are, brings of All Time oil i1 Time about its horrific appeal. et is obviously an inflatable toy. See it to laugh, not to the story is I Know What You Did iNosferatu (1922)-Although The Exorcist (1997)-I can't scream. strikingly similar to Dracula (Brai Last Summer (1973)-Ellen imagine which is scarier: Jennifer Stoker's widow refused to sell the rights I Still Know What Burstyn and Linda Love Hewitt's acting or the fact that to~ the book), F. W. Murnau's story of You Did Last Summer Blair give masterful this film made over $70 million Count Orlok is better than any version of :. (1998)-All of the prequel's performances in this domestically. I would explain the the real Dracula put to the silver screen. comments apply here, only film about a 12 year plot, except most people who leave Max Schreck eerily plays a vampire (and they are taken to a new dimen- old possessed by the the theater don't even understand it. rltior has it, he thought he really was a sion. Why doesn't the fisher- devil. Although it It basically revolves around a group Vxnpire) who becomes involved with a, man get a new wardrobe? If may not scare audi- of teens who kill someone and are who can destroy him in you want to know who the thle one person ences as it did upon its later haunted by their crime. And $ios visually appealing German silent release in 1973, this fisherman is, you are thinking that's when the slashing begins. <4 too much about this film. fain. film is still chilling yet However, the predictability through- Stop. Now. It doesn't matter. amusing. The best out the film and the "unpredictable" '3 scenes involve a priest f. ending destroy any ounce of its cred- s Pearl Harbor attempting an exor- ibility. cism of the girl, pos- (2000)-Okay, so this isn't the traditional horror film. But its butchering of historical facts is pure sessed by a foul- Halloween 5 (1989)-This is when stu- horror, as is the fact that Michael Bay is still mouthed demon, as dio executives need to realize that too many allowed to make movies. Josh Hartnett in this her desperate mother sequels have been made (i.e. Rocky). The spook- film is comparable to John Wayne's film portrayal can only watch. iest part is that more Halloweens would come to of Kubla Khan. How so? Two words: bad cast- follow, but not even Jamie Lee Curtis was desper- ing. 5 The Invasion ate enough to become part. Basically, Michael This Week's WESN Rock Charts

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talents playing different instruments, include musicians like Bill MARGARET MUG & KRISTIN ESCH musicians and the audience. weekly event. hosts a slew of varying St. and offers a rare participatory ranging from guitars and ban- Monroe, Ricky Skagges and STAFF REVIEWERS Eight to nine musicians incor- Located at 116 E. Market porated penny whistles, guitars, in downtown Bloomington, musical experience for anyone joes to harmonicas (harps) and Doc Watson. Newgrass sounds are those of the Grateful Dead he Irish Jam at downtown banjos, and sometimes drums. interested listeners can find this interested. This event takes fiddles. Everyone in attendance is and the String Cheese Incident. Bloomington's Lucca's Bar The instruments together create to participate. But Whether Bloomington resi- & Grill and IWU's own a sound that although drowning encouraged be discouraged if you are dents want to casually listen or Bluegrass Jam are two weekly behind the buzz of the Lucca's don't participate without intimidation, events that offer great opportu- scene made for some enjoyable not very musically-inclined- can just come to hear fellow it seems there are options avail- nities for the public to enjoy - background music with a pro- you students as well. able at least in the areas of and even participate in - music fessional-sounr. The absence of help each other Celtic music and Bluegrass jam sessions. Both have had vocals added to this feeling. Participants with tunes, switch instruments sound. scattered publicity on campus The unique sounds of this and swap musical The next column in this musi- already be somewhat Celtic jam session are pleasant- (voluntarily) and may unassuming cally informative series will familiar to IWU students. ly entertaining and worthwhile. ideas in this upbeat, Participants do not cover the performance of the Lucca's Irish Jam takes place Situated near the bar portion of atmosphere. have to be music Uppity Blues Women. Playing every Monday night and fea- the restaurant, the Irish musi- necessarily majors, and this enhances the at IWU's own Blue Moon tures improvised Celtic music. cians formed a circle that lent to casual, unprofessional Coffeehouse, the female band It starts at 7:30 p.m., but it's a the friendly, relaxed atmosphere Jam's Its atmosphere hailing from Chicago is encour- good idea to arrive early if a listener could achieve as they environment. that talent aging in its history of perfor- intent on hearing the obtained sight of the partici- fosters the feeling you're mance. The date is set at music. pants. does not need to be measured, enjoyed. Nov.10, and we promote atten- Otherwise, the amount of In addition, there's the advan- just Each participant at the Jam dance in advance. people allows for a certain inti- tage of catching both IWU stu- establishment simply by walk- place every Wednesday in room chance to lead at macy between audience mem- dents and faculty in the throng ing the wrong way down Main 16 of Presser Hall at 7 p.m. has his or her song within the genre. bers, although it does not foster between bar and musical circle. Street from IWU. About ten people participated in least one bluegrass influences this same intimacy between the Luckily, this Irish Jam is a IWU's own Bluegrass Jam last Wednesday's event, all Traditional

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You may also visit Biosphere 2 at www.bio2.edu/education i (800) 992-460 3 6 FEATURES A OCTOBER 26, 2001 Domestic violen ce speci alist speaks out at IWU AGATHA VALENTI soon hooked on the idea of help- persist. According to LaViolette, afraid to do so, a majority of the As time progresses, women in relationship include: criticism of STAFF WRITER ing battered women and batter- victims of domestic violence are female audience members abusive relationships begin to friends, kicking or hitting ers. In 1979, LaViolette was still stereotyped as people form raised their hands, while few of ignore warning signs and con- objects in frustration, periods of omestic violence ... it hap- hired to develop a treatment poor economic backgrounds, the men admitted to being tinually make excuses or con- silence aimed at a partner and pens once every 15 seconds program for men who abused when, in fact, domestic violence frightened. cessions for their partner's deprecating remarks about a in the United States, but an esti- women. can effect any family regardless In abusive relationships, trig- behavior. Women frequently partner. mated 50 percent of its victims Early in LaViolette's career, of economic status, ethnicity or gers for violence vary. Two of isolate themselves from friends In spite of the seriousness of tell no one. Over one million she found that misconceptions background. High profile cases the most common triggers are and family because they have relationship violence, working women a year request medical about battered women were in recent years, like the O.J. when the batterer feels his rationalized their partner's abu- with batterers has its rewards. attention because a partner has common and often made it diffi- Simpson murder trial, have "manhood" or position as head sive behavior and dislike hear- "I have seen a lot of people battered them. cult for her to find an audience demonstrated that abusive rela- of the household is challenged ing criticism. make incredible kinds of Speaker Alyce LaViolette willing to listen to her lectures tionships can occur in any and when the batterer is afraid LaViolette also offered advice change," LaViolette said. gave these figures as she about domestic violence. household. his or her partner will leave. specifically aimed at young With over 20 years experi- addressed the issue of domestic "[It was] very difficult. Females are much more likely In addition to providing women. She thinks all women ence working with victims and violence in her lecture, "What's People said women asked for it than males to be the victims of insight into the batterer's mind, should take a self-defense class. batterers, LaViolette is hopeful Love Got to do With It?" on or provoked it or that it didn't domestic violence - 85 to 90 LaViolette asked her audience LaViolette stressed women that the cycle of relationship Oct. 10. happen that much," LaViolette percent of the victims are to imagine a battered woman's should not have to lower stan- violence can be broken. As a graduate student in 1978, said. But with the passing of the female. LaViolette explained mentality. She discussed how, in dards or adapt to fit their partner "I think there is hope, but I Layiolette knew she wanted to last 20 years people's precon- that it is more difficult to fright- the beginning of relationships, or their partner's expec think people need help, and they help prevent violence against ceived notions and attitudes en a man in the same manner as minor imperfections are tations. need to be able to ask for it." women. When a friend suggest- towards battered women have a woman, unless an equalizer or ignored, and said women should "Women should also emo- LaViolette said. ed she look into working at a changed dramatically as public weapon is used. not lower their standards. tionally pay attention to details Long Beach California shelter awareness has increased. LaViolette used the example "It's easier to change your (of their relationships)," she for battered women, LaViolette Despite enhanced knowledge, of women walking alone at bottom line than it is to change said. decided to investigate. She was myths about domestic violence night. When asked if they were your life." LaViolette said. Possible signs of an abusive

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causes and to involve many difference" in community Natural Science Colloquia people with volunteerism. Today at 4 p.m. in CNS C101. tions on campus is the volunteer frater- beginning of each semester. Students Dr. Dan Fabris of the Rainbow Dancers JOHN GREENWOOD nity Alpha Phi Omega. With over 150 who wish to have University of Maryland- There will be a perfor- more information can Baltimore will present STAFF WRITER members, APO helps both campus and contact APO president Cathy Clarke. mance by Native Americans community organizations in a broad Started in the late 1980s, Habitat for "Contributions of Mass tomorrow sharing their sto- range of activities. Members volunteer Spectrometry to Structural ries, songs, drumming and Humanity lets volunteers give their Virology: The Investigation Since Oct. 27 was declared national their time to four fields of service: time by building and rebuilding houses. dancing. Participants can be "Make A Difference Day" in 1991, stu- assisting campus, fraternity, communi- IWU's chapter of Habitat has had great of Protein-Nucleic Acid involved in the dancing and dents have been volunteering their ty and national organizations. Interactions in HIV-l." drumming. success and includes 30 members. They Refreshments efforts in order to improve life both on "We're the college version of the Boy arrange both Work Site activities and will be served. It will begin with a perfor- and off campus. Many campus organi- Scouts, except we're co-ed," APO pro- fundraisers to support house-building On Nov. 2, Nathan mance by the Rainbow zations are offering opportunities for Mueggenburg from the Dancers from 10-11la.m. activities in the area and University students to volunteer in order to abroad. of Chicago will From 11-12:30 p.m., there improve themselves and the world. present "A Physicist's. Walk will be small group work- 'There are always opportunities for The organization meets every on the Beach: Stressing the Illinois Wesleyan University has Saturday at 8:30 a.m. in the shops with Native American established a strong relationship Sttudents to volunteer. [Student Main Lounge and provides Sand" at 4 p.m. in C101. dancers and drummers. At with community volunteer organi- transportation to a work site, 12:30 p.m., each small group zations and continues to support Cc'ampusj organizations are alwa) where volunteers Breast Health Awareness will perform a demonstration. is build a house Presentation them in their endeavors. Easter alongside the ISU members. Seals, the Heritage Foundation, the Wwilling to accept help." On Monday, breast cancer Local Irish History Brought "Anybody who wants to can survivor Laurine Y.W.C.A., Heritage Manor and come down and do shingling, Brown will to Community Home Sweet Home are just a few ER! P4 KAY roofing or building," senior present "Hope: Lighting the Tomorrow, April Schultz, of the community organizations HEAD OF VOLUNTEER ACTIV ITIES Kristen Johnson, president of Pathways to Prevention of IWU professor of history and where students can, and have, vol- ILLINOIS WESLEYAN UNIVER Breast Cancer." Her presenta- director of American Studies, S ITY Habitat for Humanity, said. "We tion will summarize research will speak at conferencs unteered their time. always have room for more host- "There are always opportunities people." on environmental links to ed by the McLean County for students to volunteer," said In the past, IWU's Habitat breast cancer. Museum of History and the senior Erin Kay, head of Volunteer The presentation will take David Davis Mansion State raised more than $3,000 place at 7 p.m. in Activities at IWU. "These organi- through fund-raisers and room C101 Historic Site. Schultz will zations are always willing to accept of CNS. The presentation is present the general history of "Donate a Meal" programs. free and open to the public. help." ject coordinator junior Erin O'Neill They also sponsor a Spring Break trip emigration from Ireland. The Career Center has established an said. to restore damaged homes in Tampa, The conference will run all Office of Volunteer Activities which Some of the National Service Week day. All activities are free, APO's activities are the Florida and built adobe homes in New Alpha Phi Omega, creates a monthly newsletter by the Shirk Community Festival Halloween Mexico. the co- including lunch and the man- name of Volunteerism. This newsletter Faire, the Heritage Manor Bingo night, Habitat ed national service fraternity, sion theater program. Pre- will also sponsor a will hold provides information about community the Normal Community Haunted Trail Halloween Candy drive this year, send- its "National registration is needed for all needs and volunteer opportunities and Park and a Book Drive Service Week" Nov. 5-11. activities. for the ing candy and notes of well-wishing to APO will sponsor circulates to about 100 individuals on Philippines, which has already collect- friends on Halloween. All proceeds campus campus. It is available to all students ed over 1,000 items. will go towards the McLean County and community projects to and can be received by contacting the APO is always willing to accept new Habitat For Humanity. draw attention to specific Career Center at 556-3071. members and has Rush activities at the One of most active student organiza- ....

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g * emllSki k zit~~ I.I I Prof. Boyd clarifies American- citizens covet U.S.-style democracy. Even our Western European allies find the market-driven Arab differences, relations excesses and distortions of our process as prob. lematic and undesirable. Fitzgerald Dear Editor: sole opponent In sum, Americans would do well to dispenso I was pleased to read coverage of the Political with the notion that citizens of the Middle East Science Department's panel on United States for- and Asia - or any other country for that matter - of bill to aid airlines eign policy in The Argus. My colleagues and I want to "be like us." To assume so is to possess the hoped to stimulate further campus discussion arrogance so often referred to by our friends and When the United States Instead of voting down such Instead, is it more plausible to about the many issues that have been foisted on foes. We should, however, support the efforts of Senate proposed a bill to give an important bill, Fitzgerald assume that Fitzgerald voted the national agenda by the events of Sept. 11. any country that desires a greater voice in gover- $15 billion in aid to the airline should have proposed an addi- against a perfectly reasonable It is in that spirit that I would like to comment nance and the opportunity to improve their living industries, only one senator tional one to provide help to air- measure in order to receive pub- on one of the quotes attributed to me, stating that standards. voted no - Illinois United line workers. licity? citizens in Arab countries "want to be like us," States Senator Peter Fitzgerald. It is important to point out Although Fitzgerald may which is actually quite different from the central Frank Boyd The proposal called for $5 bil- that none of Fitzgerald's conser- have assumed it would cause no point of my remarks. I'll briefly explain. Assistant Professor of Political Science lion to be allocated directly to vative colleagues agreed with problems - since it was obvi- My talk distinguished between two groups of the losses incurred between him, "even Fitzgerald's hero: ous there was strong support for citizens in the Middle East and Pakistan. First, Alum Sept. 11 and Dec. 31. The other anti-corporate welfare crusader the bill - it is still despicable there is the very small cohort of citizens who, emphasizes importance $10 billion was to cover loan Senator John McCain (R- that a Congressperson might because of a narrow and extreme interpretation of of learning from history guarantees. Ariz.)." have voted against a bill in order the Islam, hate the United States government, its According to a Sept. 27 article Also, Fitzgerald is not known to put himself in the spotlight. people, its culture and its policies. But there is a Dear Editor: in the Chicago Sun-Times, for labor-advocation. According This especially rings true second group who finds the acts of Sept. 11 abhor- I have just read the letter to the editor in the Oct. Fitzgerald may have voted to the American Federation of when one realizes that Illinois, rent and inconsistent with the rudiments of their 12 issue of The Argus written by my friend Lann! against the measure because Labor and Congress of which houses United Airlines in religion. Lobdell. I have also just reread the letter by W. "the legislation asks taxpayers Industrial Organizations (AFL- its own Elk Grove Township, Still, I am quite certain that even these citizens Michael Weis, professor of history, in the Sept. 28 to do a lot for the companies and CIO), Fitzgerald has a "lifetime would greatly benefit from the do not want to pattern their culture or society after issue. shareholders but nothing for the labor rating" of only 29 percent. aid. the United States. In fact, many cultural practices I would like to venture a reflection. In the heat' thousands of workers who face A lifetime labor rating is the The bill passed. The aid will and social institutions of American Culture are of battle it is hard to give attention to the lessons layoffs since the attacks, even rate given to Congressmen be distributed. Fitzgerald got a inconsistent with the norms and mores of our erst- of history. The events of history are not a mere with the federal bailout." based on how many times they little extra media coverage and a while allies in Western Europe, much less other opinion, they are a record of events past. We eitliher While this is true, and while vote for a bill that will benefit possibly naive nod from the parts of the world. learn from them or we are likely to repeat thetfm. airline workers should be pro- laborers. AFL-CIO. Was there any harm For instance, the consumerist variant of market Some past events are, indeed, embarrassments - tected against layoffs as a result According to the Sun-Times done? No. But we should capitalism has been criticized by Islamic funda- they are like the skeleton in the closet - we of the Sept. 11 attacks, it is not a article, AFL-CIO president John always be weary of hidden mentalists and moderate, middle-class Arabs ignore them to our peril." good reason to vote down a bill Sweeney reportedly called agendas, and we should not tol- alike. It is noteworthy that one of the most recent A good friend, a medical doctor by professiottn; that may save the airlines from Fitzgerald to thank him, but this erate their presence in a time of targets of mob-violence in Pakistan was that icon pointed out that in the care of a patient he did not eventually folding altogether. does not necessarily mean national crisis, when other of American consumerism: Kentucky Fried just treat the symptoms. His responsibility was to This would result in the loss of Fitzgerald is a benevolent sup- things are so much more impor- Chicken. search for the cause of the disease. Today our all airline employee's jobs. porter of the labor unions. tant. This widespread dislike for American-style cap- country, in response to September 11, is treating italism does not mean, however, that many Arab the symptom - violence. Ought we not be look- citizens do not desire more open economic poli- ing deeper for the virus, the sin, the misguided Terrorist attacks create cies and the potential for economic opportunity. action of another day that gives birth to injustice! Much has been made of Mohammed Atta's inabil- There is something somewhere that should not be ity to secure employment in his native Egypt, swept under the rug. So, which led him to Germany for work and graduate may I say an affirming word for the acade- unfortunate study. It is there that he joined other scams, hoaxes young men mics among us? We need the historians to lift ip from the Middle East who had suffered a similar What type of person plays off the fear of a nation? What possesses a person to cause unnecessary yesterday's episodes - good and bad. Withdut worry in times of uncertainty? fate. In fact, Egypt's Islamic Jihad has recruited doubt, we need the scientists (the academicsy many of bin Laden's lieutenants We're not talking about terrorism. We're from men of the when Anthrax is in the air. In fact, we all need talking about the people that take the opportunity to devel- same background. op a scam that takes advantage of people's fear and compassion. It is each other at a time like this. In my profession as a sad day when the police have to Do the citizens of Egypt, Saudi Arabia threaten severe punishment for a hoax related to the recent terrorism. and a pastor, the words "confession," "repentance" and Pakistan want American-style After the events of Sept. 11, numerous funds welcomed democracy? "reconciliation" are not bad words. For a great donations. Some lowlifes decided this would Almost certainly be a great opportunity to make not, but the vast majority of citi- nation they may even be a pathway to peace. some easy cash at the expense of the compassion of a grieving nation. zens harbor If these people care so little for our country, why are they here? discontent over the "democracy There also have been deficit" and lack of transparency in government numerous e-mails circulating claiming certain information about other possible Chester E. Sheldon policymaking. Broadening, or in some cases intro- attacks. For instance, the following email claims to know when the next terrorist attack Class of '43 will be: ducing, democratic processes does not mean that

The FBI conducted an investigation into this e-mail and has determined that the alleged threat is not credible. Terrorism has heightened our senses, but bleared our reason. These hoaxes are dangerous, regardless of how innocent they seem on the surface, and this is not the only e-mail hoax out there. The compassion and camaraderie of a nation witnessed after the terrorist attacks was remarkable, and it is sad that some dishonest people tried to take advantage of it.

Pizza craze: Students can't do without it One of the staples of college dorm life is the late night pizza delivery. It just wouldn't be college without empty pizza boxes cascading out of Missy Neis Duvale Stubbs Julie Ruppel everyone's garbage cans. Art/2002 Business/2004 Biology/2004 Personally, I try to limit my pizza intake - I AMY KANT "Just hopefully not getting "I'm going to Fright Fest at "I'm can only handle so much going trick-or-treat- greasy pepperoni pizza. Anthrax." Great America." ing as myself -- that's So, I'll make the decision not to order pizza and COLUMNIST then one of my friends will stop by to tempt me. scary enough." "Amy, you wanna order pizza? We're getting "Hi, is Josh there?" the voice asks. breadsticks, too." "No, I ... I think you have the wrong number," Now, when you're already kind of hungry, and you say as politely as possible, for this mysterious someone says that, how can you resist? I mean, caller has ruined all hope. You want your pizza. What are you doing for Halloween this yearP come on! Pizza, breadsticks and that delicious You begin to hyperventilate. Where's your garlic sauce? inhaler when you need it? So, you cave in to temptation and reply, "Yeah BRRRIIIIING! You jump, startled by the that sounds good. You want me to call?" phone. Could this be (deep breath) the pizza guy? Upon saying these words, there is no going "Hello?" you utter, questioningly into the receiver. back. This is the point of no return. You've said it. "Ah, yes. I'll be there in two minutes with your You've uttered those words. You can't go back. pizza. Could you be waiting downstairs for me?" But, on the bright side, you're getting pizza and Could you? "Yes, yes, oh yes! I'll be right breadsticks. down," you reply. The next 35-45 minutes are absolutely crucial. The next two minutes are pure bliss. You are Do you sit, watch the phone and wait for the deliv- floating up on cloud nine. You quickly gather the ery guy? Or, do you wander around the floor, pos- money from your friends and run down the stairs. sibly missing that all-important phone call? When the pizza guy pulls up, you try to restrain It's hard to say. Sometimes just sitting there, yourself. This is not the time or the place to start Mike Torman Jessica Deahr Chris Thomas waiting, becomes unbearable. You're constantly planting big wet ones on strangers. English/2003 Sociology/2004 Biology/2005 checking your watch, thinking, "Now, when did I You give him the money, seize the pizza and leap triumphantly up the stairs. You run down the "Going to a halloween "I'm going to do the APO "I probably won't do call? When is he gonna get here?" party." program at Shirk, and, anything special." Every minute ticks by. Each second seems hall, yelling, "The pizza is here!" Everyone emerges from their rooms, ready to hopefully, go to a party longer until you think you are about to lose it. here or at ISU." Then, when you are on the verge of mental insan- attack the pizza box. You grab a piece and take a ity, the phone rings. Could it be? Yes! The pizza is bite. You sigh, full of happiness and contentment. here! Yeah. That was completely worth it. You're You grab the phone and answer, "Hello." down to the crust - now, where's that garlic sauce?

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qlp ._4 - ---PW fidEMIM-m.,11 ., K t}l, . _I OPINION 1 9 OCTOBER 26, 2001 A Student challenges others to write, write, write Remember the third grade English teacher that "entertainment" on a rainy Sunday afternoon, When our kids ask us to look at the photos from fl Ways pressed the class to write everything down laughing at my first feeble attempts at poetry. I our crazy college days, I doubt that we'll just toss in 'a journal, as if someone would someday care suddenly knew what the teacher meant. Now that the old album in their direction and let them fend about the family vacation to Disneyland that some I'm in college, it's hard to find time between for themselves. More likely, we'll set down the scrawny eight-year-old took way back when? assignments and reading to sit down for some skillet or put away the toolbox and take the time LAUREN SAX "Remember how no one really listened to the good, old fashioned journaling. Still, I try. to reminisce out loud. Unfortunately, memory is COLUMNIST teacher's advice because the boys were too busy I'm not sure if this is because I don't live often a faulty process. rushing out at the bell to organize a game of tack- amongst many English majors, but it is surprising Journals look back with utter honesty on the to anyone who delves into its caverns. le football with their neighboring rug rats, and the that no one writes in journals. Writing, one of the way things were at one point in our lives. Entries Check out the movie "Wonder Boys" with gfirls were too concerned with watching the boys pastimes is an unknown hobby to most of my don't gloss the circumstances over or make them Michael Douglas and Katie Holmes. You won't be without letting them see? friends. It seems a shame that these people will flowery because there's no need. disappointed, and it is a fantastic demonstration of ='I, along with an elite collection of "unique" never have the privilege of looking back upon One of my high school creative writing teachers the value of writing. third graders, was one of the few that took the their youth through the sparkling window of lan- always used to end the class with the enthusiastic In case you can't hear the voice of your past teacher seriously. From that day on, I felt the need guage. chant, "And remember, write, write, write! Never teacher challenging you to write down your life so to record everything. It's a bit dangerous now that Pictures are one thing - they're easy, available stop writing!" I always hear it in my head when I it'll be there for you and anyone else who wants to I think about the things people could find out and a blatant record of specific events. Without don't feel like journaling, even though it's been a read it, I challenge you to do it. I think you'll be about me if they knew where to look. words, however, pictures are just vague, fuzzy while, and I know I'll enjoy it. My teacher said glad that you did. .When I hit age 10, I cared about reading images of unknown people and places. Language this to each of her students, regardless of how tal- through the beat-up "files" of my eight-and nine- will give meaning to the photo album gathering ented they were. The value of journaling does not year-old life. When I was 15, I had even more dust on the top shelf of our future homes. pale with poor skill. It offers a little of something Beware: Internet not perfect Beside The Point Margaret-Desiree Mug ' When I first heard that I had this site is a useless to.write a column for this edi- waste of cyber- tiQn of The Argus, I was a little space. scared. I'd written many And, how many columns for my high school other pointless web ASHLEY WILSON paer, but I knew that this one sites are there? COLUMNIST haid to be different. I have a personal ()/Alp!A. yg I J found the inspiration for web site that I made more about the Internet than ,'OWLP Be , those high school columns in three years ago. I posted my their parents. I know it isn't hard various places, but the idea for photo, my age, information to change the security settings Fol M,1 / tis one came from the strangest about my current boyfriend and on America Online, and I'm pjice yet: my refrigerator. friends and just about every- sure that my 11-year-old sister MF1/L I wasn't even looking for an thing else one might want to could change her restrictions if ida when I came across it - I know about me. she wanted to. was making brownies. Guess what? Also, when you type your , J'd pulled out an egg and was At least 75 percent of that precious credit card number into getting ready to crack it into the information is no longer true. the computer to buy the prized bowl when I noticed the shell I'd love to tell you its address so antique you've been searching fiad a pink mark on it. Upon you could read all about my for, you don't know exactly clopser inspection, I saw that it exciting life as a high school who's getting access to it. was not just a mark, but words, sophomore, but I have no idea Even if the Internet was scam- a web site address to be exact: what that address might be. I free, any intelligent child that fiftp://www.goodegg.com. also don't know how I made it, could get their hands on a par- ,Last time I checked, eggs so I can't even search for it. ent's credit card could charge all were fairly common ingredients I find it kind of scary that kinds of fun stuff before the par- in recipes, the breakfast of there are thousands of people ent could find out. c ioice for many and something out there that could be looking No, I really don't hate the t6' keep kids occupied around at my picture, and I don't even Internet. I think that it is really Easter. While all of this is know how to find it if I wanted useful, and I'm sure that 20 extremely important, I still did- to see it myself. years down the road, when I tell n't know what could possibly be There are other Internet dan- my kids I remember the day that included on a website about gers as well. Any third grade we installed our very first home eggs. So, I decided to see. student could be trying to computer, they'll think that I The site included everything research cute, little, fuzzy bun- sound really old. That little egg you might want to know about nies for a school assignment and just reminded me that the eggs, including recipes, how to end up at the Playboy web site. Internet isn't flawless. make Easter eggs and even egg I realize parents can place So, the next time you sit down trivia. restrictions on their accounts so to surf the web during a nice If eggs are your thing, then I their kids don't have access to scrambled-egg breakfast, hope you enjoy the website, but X-rated sites, but how effective remember to be careful. I' m guessing that 99 percent of are these restrictions? the population would think that In many situations, kids know Anthrax fears: People should be reasonable THE ARGUS fsn't it bitterly ironic that the threat of Anthrax and biological warfare essarily mean that we are coincides with the onset of flu season? After every little cough or sniffle, being neurotic and para- yt might just brush it off as a cold, but back in the far recesses of your noid. We are just reacting FOUNDED IN 1894 mDid, you might think, "Am I going to get anthrax?" to what we see and hear. OUR 108TH YEAR My friends have been talking to me about what anthrax is like, and if Nevertheless, I am still VALERIE VUYLSTEKE their symptoms are those of this dreaded killer. I just sit back and calmly trying to look at the big C0 L U MN I S T tel them that it sounds like the flu. picture. The spread of EDITORIAL BOARD My friends aren't the only ones who have been unnerved by the threat of anthrax through the postal Gretchen Grabowski Editor-in-Chief Anlthrax. Each of my professors addressed the issue of biochemical warfare system is most likely the work of a small terrorist group, rather than a mil- Chris Calvert Managing Editor atIeast once. itant division of the Taliban. I highly doubt that there will be cases that Natalie Bruner News Editor My point is that the fear and awareness of anthrax is growing, even on spread nationwide, especially to the Midwest. Rachael Marusarz Features Editor our little, secluded campus in Bloomington. I have faith that the medical profession will keep a close eye on any sus- Jon Blalock Sports Editor Well, all this talk of the spread of this disease intrigued me, so I have picious patients admitted to hospitals in the near future. And I am sure that Katie Coleman Opinions Editor seek help been following the news pretty closely. CNN.com reported that there have each person will monitor the progress of their own illnesses and Brandon Christol Assistant Opinions Editor been 12 cases of anthrax since the scare began. 12 - not 120, not 1200 - if they feel they have been infected. Anthrax is easily treatable with antibi- just 12. otics and can be treated more effectively if caught in the early stages. The EDITORIAL STAFF Now that is enough prevalence for it to be mentioned by the media and situation is not as dire as it seems. Samantha Dietz Assistant News Editor slark a little bit of concern, but I don't think that there would be such a Some may believe that I am being naive and am getting caught up in the Valerie Vuitsteke Assistant Features Editor pnic among Americans if the events of Sept. 11 had not occurred. Since Illinois Wesleyan "bubble." Whatever helps me to sleep at night. Bryce Frerichs Assistant Sports Editor that terrible day, we have been on the edge of our seats. The general anxi- We, as American citizens, should give support and show solidarity to all Alex DeMonte Chief Copy Editor Seta is completely justified. But I feel it is necessary to put terrorist issues the areas of the country that are being affected by terrorism. We should Josh Shult Chief Copy Editor into perspective. donate time, money and prayers to those infected and exposed to anthrax. Jeanette Otis Chief Copy Editor ;Perspective is difficult to achieve when we live in a media-driven soci- But, at the same time, we should keep in mind that these 12 infected peo- Sarah Hedgespeth Page Editor ety. I can turn on any news network and hear an abundance of information ple are not any indication that some type of plague is going to spread across Brian Duffy Photo Editor that basically implies that we are under biochemical attack. It is difficult to the United States. BUSINESS STAFF shrug off images of the sick and dying on the news. Use caution, yes - take your temperature every hour, no. Feel secure in The pervasive uneasiness among students and faculty alike does not nec- the fact that when you sneeze, it's probably just the bug that's going around. James Morris Business Manager Lora McElvain Accountant Josh Carlson Advertising Manager Kami Carter Layout Designer Brian Duffy Ben Nau Chief Graphic Designer 8:1 Missy Neis Graphic Designer Joshua Dean Webmaster Kurt Jones Circulation Sara Nonesteid Circulation

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Above: Sophomore Deanna Deschler smashes the ball for a point Saturday. The Titans finished fourth overall. LUKE DURBIN/THE ARGUS Tennis finishes fourth Titans behind Wheaton, Carthage and Augustana 1. Wheaton - 65 Wesleyan in the tournament. Those 2. Carthage - 63 placing were, number two singles fresh- 3. Augustana - 39 man Diane Arnold, number three singles 4. Illinois Wesleyan - 33 junior Mialy Ramaroson, number five 5. Millikin - 12 singles senior captain Alison Oliver and 6. North Central - 9 number six singles sophomore Lindy 7. North Park - 2 Wick. 7. Elmhurst - 2 The number three IWU doubles team, junior Krista Vogel and Diane Arnold No one placed over third for Illinois placed third. Womens' soccer loses fourth SETH HUBBARD "We know how to beat After 50 minutes of STAFF WRITER the Millikin caliber play, Millikin's Jen teams," Coach Dave Shinbori scored a penalty The Illinois Wesleyan Barrett said. "We just kick and scored again six University women's soc- haven't figured out how minutes later. The final cer team fell to Luther to win consistently goal occurred 15 minutes Danvers/Olympia WHAT ARE YOUR ANY ANIMAL AS A ' College last Sunday 3-0, against teams that are into the second half when GOALS FOR THIS PET WHAT WOULD IT moving the Titans to an equal to or better than Millikin's Katie Pettigrew overall 12-4 record. us." scored. WHEN DID YOU SEASON? "To go to BE? "A girl." Even though the Titans The first half of "Aside from the 10 lost Sunday, they went Sunday's game against minute stretch where the BEGIN PLAYING THIS Nationals." Luther was a defensive other team scored the into the game riding high SPORT? "When I was in from a 3-0 victory over struggle and ended score- goals, I would say we CCIW rival Millikin less. were the better team," the seventh grade." WHAT ARE YOUR University played Oct. During second-half Barrett said. "The game FAVORITE CLASSES? 16. action, the Titans were was there for us to win." Freshman Kristin Wood hindered by a question- The Titans will play at "Anything with Dr. Young -by Bryce Frerichs and Stephanie Travers, able penalty that led to a home tomorrow at 12 along with senior April goal on the ensuing p.m. versus North or Dr. Weis." App, each scored a goal penalty kick. Central College for their "We were unlucky to last game in the regular against the Big Blue. F Freshman Alissa Hunt get the penalty kick season. and senior Julie Brooks against us," App said. each added an assist, "After that, we let the helping the Titans' win. game slip, and it cost us."

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Above: Junior Adam Miller (79) and freshman Greg Whisler (71) Line up for an extra point after 6 9 ~ ~Q4. 6 j w5 ~aTitan touchdown. The team plays again Saturday at Carthage College for the second night game s 31 ,° ~of the season. JEANETTE OTIS/THE ARGUS ~ $U 0G; 44Oi70 2 Mens' soccer on three-game skid after losing to Luther College NIKKI BARNES group with great certainty is that they never quit, regardless of the "It was an evenly played game. But it came down to weird things -STAFF WRITER situation." happening. The ball just bounced right for Luther," Barrett said. After both teams' strong first half, the second half was character- For Bobowski, the final seconds following the Luther goal were The Illinois Wesleyan mens' soccer team added two losses to its ized by a physical battle in which a total of seven yellow cards were a highlight. this season. The Titans lost 1-0 to Centre College on Oct. 18 issued. "This team is a team that never quits," Bobowski said. "Even ~.record Following this loss at home, the Titans traveled to Decorah, Ia. to when we pretty much knew the outcome, we still gave two or three .and again last Sunday to Luther College. face Luther. good chances to score." -"We've had terrible luck the last five or six games. We don't like "We played better against Luther and had more scoring opportu- "This team battles to the bitter end - game in and game out - :t0 blame outside factors, but that's exactly what it is," junior Chris nities," Barrett said. and we have earned the respect of our opponents as a result." Bobowski said. The highlight of the game for the Titans, according to senior goal- Barrett said. "We've suffered some tough losses recently, but the Though the team played hard last Thursday and held out through -two overtimes, in the end Centre came out victorious, scoring the keeper Adam Wachholtz, was freshman David Beckett's great scor- guys are doing a good job staying positive. They're responding game's only goal with 54 seconds left to go in the second overtime. ing opportunity. However, a Luther player deflected his diving really well." The Titans were out shot 20-I, but played hard on defense, header. "We want to turn it around for the last few games of the season," bay, but Luther scored the Bobowski said. :enabling them to keep the game close. Both goalkeepers held the opponents at "It was a frustrating night for the boys as they once again played game's only goal with just 36 seconds left to play. These two losses increased the Titans' appetite for victory. They :their hearts out," Barrett said. "The one thing I can say about this "It's disappointing, playing the whole game. coming that close to will play their last home game of the season Saturday against North a tie or a victory and then losing," Wachholtz said. Central College.

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A 23- STAFF WRITER yard field goal in the first quarter was the only time Elmhurst got on the The Titan football team has played board. some quality games over the last two Last week's game against Wheaton weeks, despite bad weather conditions College took place in the midst of fall and low student attendance. break. Not many students stayed on The Oct. 13 battle against Elmhurst campus to witness the Titans beat College was played in a downpour Wheaton for the first time in five with several inches of standing water years. on the field. "It felt awesome," senior co-captain "It was a nightmare of a game in Craig Kastning said. "As coach said to terms of conditions," Coach Norm us before, Wheaton has been a mon- Eash said. "The field was under water key on our backs for the past few before we started playing and was full years. It was good to walk off the field of a mud and water mixture I call with smiles on our faces instead of muck once the game got going." frowns." IWU junior Josh Akin somehow Wheaton running back Mike completed eight of 22 passes for 162 Whalen got his team on the board with yards during the "muck-filled" game. a 17-yard touchdown run in the open- His 19-yard pass to freshman receiver ing minutes of the ballgame, but the Eric White was the lone offensive Titans came storming back with three score for the Titans in an 8-3 ballgame. touchdowns and a field goal in the first Senior running back Aaron Telford half. also put in a solid performance by Telford was again a major part of rushing for 132 yards on 21 carries. IWU's offensive attack, running for "The rain really limited both teams' two touchdowns and catching a 46- offenses and turned the game into a yard touchdown strike from Akin. defensive struggle," Coach Eash said. Akin finished 17 of 36 in passing for "We kicked off to them and they took 234 yards. it the length of the field, but our "This was a great game for me defense kept them in check the rest of because we should have beat them the the game." last two years, and we finally got the Above: Junior quarterback Josh Akin looks down field for an open receiver Saturday against Wheaton College. Elmhurst quarterback Juan Quesada job done this year on both sides of the The Titans won 31-13 pushing their conference record to 3-1. JEANETTE OTIS/THE ARGUS completed only one pass out of seven, ball," Telford said. but, with 119 rushing yards, accounted see FOOTBALL p. 1 Senior volleyball players honored before last home match Carolyn Nugent, Liz Niemann, and Jennifer Matczak honored before CCIW match against seventh ranked Elmhurst DAN BROHOLM The Titans increased the lead to 20-11 before Elmhurst called a timeout with obvious frustration com- STAFF WRITER ing from the Elmhurst bench. The Titans continued to give the Bluejays problems and defeated them 30-23. Tuesday night was a special night for the Titan volley- Elmhurst made adjustments to the Titans attack, and ball team. It marked the final conference game at the pulled ahead in the second game with a 5-0 lead. The Shirk Center for seniors Carolyn Nugent, co-captain Liz Titans struggled to get back into the game, but Elmhurst Niemann and Jennifer Matczak. pulled away with a 30-13 victory. "I have been playing volleyball for so long," Nugent In the crucial third game Elmhurst once again got off said. "And you never think it will come to an end. It to a good start, leading the Titans 6-1. The Titans had a finally hit me that my career is hard time defending the power almost over." from Elmhurst outside hitters The Titans held a ceremony for "I have becelnp layi ng Amanda Fark and Jennifer the three seniors before the match fc Frantz. They crawled back to against Elmhurst College. Each V O 11 ey b a t t or so tong trail 17-14 but Elmhurst captured senior announced presented her e r think it game three 30-18. parents, who joined her on the and you ne v "We had many ups and downs," floor, with a gift. to a n e nd. Crowley said. "At times we "Anytime you graduate seniors Wi1 come t played well, but at times we lost it is tough," Coach Kim Nelson- lit me that ourfocus." Brown said. "These girls will be It fina lly h In game four, Elmhurst once sorely missed because they were is ca ree r i al most again came out of the gates hardworking and provided much my strong with a 12-3 lead. The inspiration."oV . Titans fought hard to come back, The night was also special over NUGENT but fell short 30-18. because the Titans competed -CA R0 LYN againstoneof the topteams inthe SEN I0 R, IL LI N0 S WESLE YAN "We need tostartplayingmore RS IT Y consistent, and that should lead College Conference of Illinois U NIV E to success in the games to come" and Wisconsin and the nation. Nelson-Brown said. Elmhurst (27-2, 4-1) entered Nugent led the Titans with 10 kills, while junior Titans Tuesday night ranked seventh in the nation. The Tiffany Hamblin led the Titans with 27 assists and 17 (16-13, 3-3) began the night in the middle of the CCIW digs. pack and were looking for some momentum going into The Titans head to Wisconsin this weekend for the the CCIW tournament. On paper, the match was uneven Wisconsin-Whitewater Tournament and will then host at 30-23, 13-30, 18-30 and 18-30, but the Titans played game one of the CCIW tournament on Wednesday. Elmhurst tightly. "There will be some strong teams in the Wisconsin- The Titans got off to a great start in the first game, Whitewater tournament this weekend, and it should give leading 6-0. Sophomore Beth Crowley gave the Bluejays us an idea of where we stand going into the CCIW tour- trouble with her devastating kills. nament," Nugent said. "We came out very strong and I think we caught Elmhurst off guard," Crowley said.

Above: Senior Carolyn Nugent plays her last game at the Shirk Center spiking the ball against Elmhurst. The Titans won the first game but lost the match. The Titans are seeded fourth in the CCIW Tournament. STEPHEN MOHRMAN/THE ARGUS

I As the MLB playoffs continue to intensify and the regular season I think it's safe to assume that a similar attitude was prevalent in drifts into distant memory, a disheartening story evolves around Pacific Bell Park when Bonds hit his record-breaking homer. When Barry Bonds's record-setting homerun. With the potential to bring in the ball cleared the wall, an all-out brawl ensued for several minutes. the equivalent of a lifetime of income for the average fan, record- When the scrum was finally dispersed by security, Patrick Hayashi Personal setting baseballs have become known as spherical lottery tickets. It was escorted to a safe location where his ball was identified as gen- comes as no surprise that the league has to use marked balls to pre- uine. vent fraud. Even with the extra precaution, it is not shocking that Soon after, Alex Popov, a Giants fan, began a crusade to retrieve Bonds' 73rd is shrouded with controversy. his stolen merchandise. Asserting that he had possession of the ball Although the relative value of sports memorabilia rose in recent before the horde of fans knocked him down and ripped it from his Fouls remained reasonable until 1998. In that year, Mark grasp. Popov has begun legal proceedings to get the ball back. years, prices McGwire's record-setting 70th homerun ball was sold for $3 million KNTV, a San Francisco television station, has a taped recording to comic book entrepreneur Todd McFarlane following a sickening of the homerun that seems to support his claim. Popov hired a display of greed by the fan that caught it. The fan refused to return lawyer who recommended that he press assault charges against any- the ball to McGwire even after Big Mac, in exchange, offered noth- one who appears on the tape. Furthermore, Popov is expected to file RYAN KEMPER ing less than a fortune of personal merchandise. The fan tried to a civil suit against Hayashi for possessing stolen goods. The public response to two of the greatest feats in baseball's his- ARGUS SPORTS COLUMNIST absolve his conscience of shame by claiming that baseball players are so highly paid that the fans (namely himself) deserve to get something back. see PERSONAL FOULS p.11

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